Stitcher Operator — 3rd Shift + Growth & Benefits

alliedprinting; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

401(k)

401(k) match

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits: Critical, Accident

Paid Time Off

Shift Differentials: 2nd & 3rd

Paid Weekly

Growth Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

Great Company Culture

Job summary

Allied Printing Services, Inc. is seeking a Stitcher Operator to set up, operate, and maintain a saddle stitcher, turning printed material into finished booklets at a full-time facility in Manchester, CT.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, precise setting, and proactive troubleshooting in a busy bindery environment. Qualified candidates will have 1–2 years in bindery or printing, Allied training of 6–12 months, and familiarity with Muller stitchers or similar equipment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related experience in bindery or printing operations.
• Allied training: 6–12 months.
• Experience operating Muller stitchers or similar bindery finishing equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Keen attention to detail with a focus on product quality and efficiency.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor the saddle stitcher machine to bind printed materials into complete booklets.
• Load pockets in the correct order, make adjustments to stitcher heads, trimmers, and punch as needed.
• Inspect finished work during production runs to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on the stitcher machine — including lubrication, repairs, changing knives, and replacing belts.
• Troubleshoot machine issues to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and ensure work aligns with job specifications.

Skills

Experience in bindery

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Allied training 6–12 months

Tools

Muller stitchers

Job description

Allied Printing Services, Inc. is seeking a Stitcher Operator to set up, operate, and maintain a saddle stitcher, turning printed material into finished booklets at a full-time facility in Manchester, CT.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, precise setting, and proactive troubleshooting in a busy bindery environment. Qualified candidates will have 1–2 years in bindery or printing, Allied training of 6–12 months, and familiarity with Muller stitchers or similar equipment.